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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

gendarmerie

/ˌdʒændərˈmɛri/ noun · British & US
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What does gendarmerie mean?

noun

A military police force, especially in a country with a civil police force. A paramilitary force responsible for maintaining public order and security.

Example

"The gendarmerie were deployed to maintain order during the protests."

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